Procurement Executive / Procurement Specialist (EMS/Defense Business Vertical)
Job Description \u2013 Procurement Executive / Procurement Specialist (EMS/Defense Business Vertical)
<\/h2>Position Summary
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We are seeking a dynamic and analytical Procurement Executive to manage procurement activities for the Defense Business Vertical. The role involves handling end\-to\-end procurement coordination, SAP process support, supplier and cross\-functional coordination, reporting and analytics, and continuous process improvement in a fast\-paced manufacturing environment.
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The ideal candidate should possess strong procurement domain knowledge, SAP process understanding, analytical capability, and experience working with cross\-functional teams in a global business environment.
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Key Responsibilities
<\/h1>Procurement Operations
<\/h2>- Manage procurement activities for the Defense business vertical.
<\/li> - Support end\-to\-end procurement processes including material planning, purchase coordination, supplier follow\-up, and delivery tracking.
<\/li> - Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely material availability for projects and production requirements.
<\/li> - Support procurement activities aligned with quality, cost, and delivery objectives.
<\/li><\/ul>SAP & Process Coordination
<\/h2>- Understand business requirements related to SAP procurement processes and communicate system capabilities effectively to business teams.
<\/li> - Support internal teams in resolving day\-to\-day SAP and procurement\-related operational issues.
<\/li> - Work closely with cross\-functional teams (CFTs) for:
- GRN (Goods Receipt Note)
<\/li> - IQC (Incoming Quality Control)
<\/li> - Payment coordination
<\/li> - Blocked stock clearance
<\/li><\/ul><\/li> - Ensure process compliance and smooth transaction flow within ERP/SAP systems.
<\/li><\/ul>Process Improvement & Systems Support
<\/h2>- Contribute ideas and best practices for procurement process improvements and system optimization.
<\/li> - Conceptualize and support implementation of procurement industry best practices through systems and process enhancements.
<\/li> - Coordinate with stakeholders to improve procurement efficiency and operational effectiveness.
<\/li><\/ul>Reporting & Analytics
<\/h2>- Generate procurement metrics, project performance reports, and forecast analysis using:
- MS Excel
<\/li> - Power BI
<\/li> - Other reporting tools
<\/li><\/ul><\/li> - Analyze historical and monthly data to support procurement planning and decision\-making.
<\/li> - Provide timely reports, dashboards, and metrics to management and project leads.
<\/li><\/ul>Cross\-Functional & Global Coordination
<\/h2>- Work collaboratively with finance, quality, stores, planning, and project teams.
<\/li> - Coordinate with global teams and stakeholders across multiple time zones.
<\/li> - Ensure timely communication and issue resolution with suppliers and internal departments.
<\/li><\/ul>Continuous Learning & Development
<\/h2>- Stay updated with procurement systems, processes, and industry trends.
<\/li> - Demonstrate willingness to continuously learn and upgrade skills as per business requirements.
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Required Skills & Qualifications
<\/h1>Educational Qualification
<\/h3>- Bachelor\u2019s Degree in:
- Supply Chain Management
<\/li> - Commerce
<\/li> - Business Administration
<\/li> - Engineering
<\/li> - Related disciplines
<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>Experience
<\/h3>- Experience in procurement, supply chain, or ERP support roles, preferably in:
- Defense industry
<\/li> - Manufacturing industry
<\/li> - EMS environment
<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>Technical Skills
<\/h3>- Strong knowledge of:
- Procurement processes and supply chain operations
<\/li> - SAP procurement modules and ERP systems
<\/li> - Finance and procurement domain concepts
<\/li><\/ul><\/li> - Good understanding of:
- GRN processes
<\/li> - IQC coordination
<\/li> - Payment process coordination
<\/li> - Inventory and blocked stock management
<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>Tools & Analytics
<\/h3>- Strong proficiency in:
- MS Excel (advanced functions, analysis, reporting)
<\/li> - Power BI or similar analytics/reporting tools
<\/li><\/ul><\/li> - Strong analytical and forecasting capability using historical and operational data.
<\/li><\/ul>Soft Skills
<\/h3>- Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
<\/li> - Strong coordination and problem\-solving abilities.
<\/li> - Ability to work in cross\-functional and global environments.
<\/li> - Self\-driven and adaptable to dynamic business requirements.
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Preferred Qualifications
<\/h1>- Experience working in Defense, Aerospace, EMS, or high\-reliability manufacturing industries.
<\/li> - Exposure to SAP implementation/support activities is an added advantage.
<\/li> - Knowledge of procurement analytics and dashboard reporting preferred.
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Benefits / Role Exposure
<\/h1>- Opportunity to work in Defense business programs and global procurement operations.
<\/li> - Exposure to SAP systems, procurement analytics, and cross\-functional business processes.
<\/li> - Opportunity to work with global stakeholders and large\-scale manufacturing projects.
<\/li> - Career growth in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, and ERP process management.
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- Manage procurement activities for the Defense business vertical.
<\/li> - Support end\-to\-end procurement processes including material planning, purchase coordination, supplier follow\-up, and delivery tracking.
<\/li> - Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely material availability for projects and production requirements.
<\/li> - Support procurement activities aligned with quality, cost, and delivery objectives.
<\/li><\/ul>SAP & Process Coordination
<\/h2>- Understand business requirements related to SAP procurement processes and communicate system capabilities effectively to business teams.
<\/li> - Support internal teams in resolving day\-to\-day SAP and procurement\-related operational issues.
<\/li> - Work closely with cross\-functional teams (CFTs) for:
- GRN (Goods Receipt Note)
<\/li> - IQC (Incoming Quality Control)
<\/li> - Payment coordination
<\/li> - Blocked stock clearance
<\/li><\/ul><\/li> - Ensure process compliance and smooth transaction flow within ERP/SAP systems.
<\/li><\/ul>Process Improvement & Systems Support
<\/h2>- Contribute ideas and best practices for procurement process improvements and system optimization.
<\/li> - Conceptualize and support implementation of procurement industry best practices through systems and process enhancements.
<\/li> - Coordinate with stakeholders to improve procurement efficiency and operational effectiveness.
<\/li><\/ul>Reporting & Analytics
<\/h2>- Generate procurement metrics, project performance reports, and forecast analysis using:
- MS Excel
<\/li> - Power BI
<\/li> - Other reporting tools
<\/li><\/ul><\/li> - Analyze historical and monthly data to support procurement planning and decision\-making.
<\/li> - Provide timely reports, dashboards, and metrics to management and project leads.
<\/li><\/ul>Cross\-Functional & Global Coordination
<\/h2>- Work collaboratively with finance, quality, stores, planning, and project teams.
<\/li> - Coordinate with global teams and stakeholders across multiple time zones.
<\/li> - Ensure timely communication and issue resolution with suppliers and internal departments.
<\/li><\/ul>Continuous Learning & Development
<\/h2>- Stay updated with procurement systems, processes, and industry trends.
<\/li> - Demonstrate willingness to continuously learn and upgrade skills as per business requirements.
<\/li><\/ul>Required Skills & Qualifications
<\/h1>Educational Qualification
<\/h3>- Bachelor\u2019s Degree in:
- Supply Chain Management
<\/li> - Commerce
<\/li> - Business Administration
<\/li> - Engineering
<\/li> - Related disciplines
<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>Experience
<\/h3>- Experience in procurement, supply chain, or ERP support roles, preferably in:
- Defense industry
<\/li> - Manufacturing industry
<\/li> - EMS environment
<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>Technical Skills
<\/h3>- Strong knowledge of:
- Procurement processes and supply chain operations
<\/li> - SAP procurement modules and ERP systems
<\/li> - Finance and procurement domain concepts
<\/li><\/ul><\/li> - Good understanding of:
- GRN processes
<\/li> - IQC coordination
<\/li> - Payment process coordination
<\/li> - Inventory and blocked stock management
<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>Tools & Analytics
<\/h3>- Strong proficiency in:
- MS Excel (advanced functions, analysis, reporting)
<\/li> - Power BI or similar analytics/reporting tools
<\/li><\/ul><\/li> - Strong analytical and forecasting capability using historical and operational data.
<\/li><\/ul>Soft Skills
<\/h3>- Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
<\/li> - Strong coordination and problem\-solving abilities.
<\/li> - Ability to work in cross\-functional and global environments.
<\/li> - Self\-driven and adaptable to dynamic business requirements.
<\/li><\/ul>Preferred Qualifications
<\/h1>- Experience working in Defense, Aerospace, EMS, or high\-reliability manufacturing industries.
<\/li> - Exposure to SAP implementation/support activities is an added advantage.
<\/li> - Knowledge of procurement analytics and dashboard reporting preferred.
<\/li><\/ul>Benefits / Role Exposure
<\/h1>- Opportunity to work in Defense business programs and global procurement operations.
<\/li> - Exposure to SAP systems, procurement analytics, and cross\-functional business processes.
<\/li> - Opportunity to work with global stakeholders and large\-scale manufacturing projects.
<\/li> - Career growth in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, and ERP process management.
<\/li><\/ul>
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- Opportunity to work in Defense business programs and global procurement operations.
- Experience working in Defense, Aerospace, EMS, or high\-reliability manufacturing industries.
- Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
- MS Excel (advanced functions, analysis, reporting)
- Strong proficiency in:
- GRN processes
- Procurement processes and supply chain operations
- Strong knowledge of:
- Defense industry
- Experience in procurement, supply chain, or ERP support roles, preferably in:
- Supply Chain Management
- Bachelor\u2019s Degree in:
- Stay updated with procurement systems, processes, and industry trends.
- Work collaboratively with finance, quality, stores, planning, and project teams.
- MS Excel
- Generate procurement metrics, project performance reports, and forecast analysis using:
- Contribute ideas and best practices for procurement process improvements and system optimization.
- GRN (Goods Receipt Note)
- Understand business requirements related to SAP procurement processes and communicate system capabilities effectively to business teams.